Leicester want to complete a stunning swoop for Porto right-back Ricardo Pereira this summer, reports The Daily Mirror.
The Foxes want to sign a long-term replacement for 31-year-old Danny Simpson at the end of the season.
Claude Puel has identified Pereira as a top transfer target this summer and wants to beat a host of European clubs to his signature.
Tottenham were heavily linked with a move for the Portugal international last summer before turning their attention to Serge Aurier from Paris Saint-Germain.
Pereira has enjoyed a thoroughly impression season for Porto and reportedly has a £36m release clause in his current deal.
However, the 24-year-old will only have 12 months remaining on his existing contract at the end of the season and Leicester are eying a £22m deal.
Only two Liga NOS players average more tackles per game than Pereira (3.4) this season.
